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Our customer support team is eager to hear about your needs and answer any questions you may have.
What are the most common applications?
Reefer containers are usually used in multiple industries and have both food and non-food applications. Some of the most common food applications include Meat, Dairy, Fish, Fruits and vegetables, and non-food applications include pharma, Vaccines, and cold testing for technical equipment.
What is the electrical requirement for a refrigerated container?
460 Volts, Three Phase or 230 Volts, or single Phase (Additional breakers will be required on the electrical panel to operate unit). This is widely considered to be amongst the most power-efficient refrigeration solutions.
How many pallets can I accommodate in a 20' HC refrigerated container?
9 standard.
How many pallets can I accommodate in a 40' HC refrigerated container?
18 standard.
Can I place a refrigerated container on the ground?
Yes, ensuring that the ground is leveled in order for the doors properly open.
What if the refrigerated or cold storage container I rented needs repair?
Zeden Container LLC will maintain the refrigerated container throughout the term of the rental period. If you need maintenance, simply call us, and we will come out promptly. Please reference your rental lease agreement for further information.
What is the delivery time?
We can turn normal delivery around as quickly as 24-72 hours. If you need something faster, same-day delivery may be available in the US. For International delivery, it may take up to 30 to 45 days
How do you deliver a portable storage container?
We can deliver the container to you via a tilt-bed truck, flatbed trailer, tilt-deck trailer, or on a chassis. When you no longer need the container, we can pick it up at your convenience for US.
Are containers weatherproof and waterproof?
It depends on the grade of the container, but, yes, nearly all of our containers are weatherproof and waterproof. The only containers not guaranteed to be weather- and waterproof are the “As Is” We do not recommend purchasing these containers if you desire to have your cargo protected from the elements.
What is the maximum weight a container can hold?
That depends on the size of the container.
The max. gross weight of a 10′ container is ~22,400; net weight ~19,500.
The maximum gross weight of a 20′ container is ~67,000lbs with a net weight of ~63,100.
The max. gross weight of a 40′ container is ~71,900 with a net weight of ~63,500.
A 40′ High Cube has a max. gross of ~71,800 and a net of ~63,200.
What's the difference between the various container grades?
Generally speaking, physical condition and quality are the only differences between the various container grades. Factors such as the age of the container, amount of usage, damage accrued through that usage, and lifetime exposure to the elements can all affect its condition and quality, but are not perfectly correlated with the container grade.
What color do they come in? Can I request a color?
Used containers come in a few select colors, namely reddish-brown, blue, and green. Newer, one-trip containers are typically a light tan or light grey color. Due to covid-related supply shortages and complications, we don’t have as much control over the types and colors of containers we’re receiving, which means you, too, will be limited in container colors you can pick.
We do offer painting services. We offer tan or light grey options, but if you would like a custom color, we can do any color off of the Sherwin-Williams color board. A custom color is an additional $50.
How wide is a shipping container?
A standard shipping container is 8 feet (2.44 m) wide.
High-cube and specialized containers keep the same width but differ in height or length.
Are containers rusty?
It depends on the grade of container. “As Is” containers, which are our lowest-graded containers available, may have structural rust, which potentially puts the integrity of the container at risk.
Other, higher-quality containers may have some minor cosmetic rust, such as our “Wind and Watertight” and “Cargo Worthy” grades. “One Trip” containers will be free of rust.
How to level a shipping container?
Use concrete blocks, railroad ties, or steel plates at the corners to ensure it’s level.
Always check alignment with a laser or bubble level to prevent door binding and uneven load stress.
How thick are shipping container walls?
Walls are typically 1,6-2 mm thick corrugated corten steel.
The roof panels are slightly thinner, while corner posts and frames are much thicker for load-bearing strength.
Will a car fit in a shipping container?
Yes, most cars fit in a 20 ft container, while larger SUVs or multiple cars need a 40 ft.
Ensure proper loading with tie-downs to prevent movement during transport.
Difference between New & Used Containers?
New containers (one-trip) are clean, dent-free, and have a full lifespan ahead.
Used containers are more affordable, but may show cosmetic wear.